The program supports the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to responsible deployment of artificial intelligence technologies.
If approved by the MBTA Board of Directors, these fare changes would go into effect in spring and summer 2024.
The pilot will use the same pricing as the existing reduced fare and zone structure in Metra’s 2024 budget.
In the FTA’s approval letter, the federal agency notes that VIA has committed local dollars against the project, which is estimated to be about $446.3 million.
The 2024 budget comes nearly a year after the release of the new regional transit strategic plan, “Transit is the Answer,” which was adopted in February.
The public review, to be conducted in accordance with the New York State Administrative Procedure Act (SAPA), will be similar to review processes regularly undertaken when the MTA proposes fare and toll modifications.
METS Micro will officially launch on Nov. 28 with the goal of using the software to expand access to transportation in Evansville.
The team will conduct site and technical investigations, finalize selection of optimal design alternatives for each station, and prepare preliminary plans and bridging documents for release to design-build teams.
Dorval R. Carter, Jr. was one of the original five signatories of the EIP pledge.
The program is part of the MBTA’s efforts to “Rebuild, Restore, and Reimagine” the public transit system.
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